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Chapter 563 The Master’s Wife in the Martial Arts World

Song Xia ignored Chen Zhiyuan's cold sweat and led him forward. As he walked, he talked about the recent changes in Linghe City.

"From the beginning of last year until today, Linghe City has received a total of more than 20,000 refugees, and a total of 4,000 troops have been recruited into the inner city and outer city. What does Governor Chen think?"

Chen Zhiyuan pretended to be stupid: "Master of the Song Valley, I am just an ordinary official. There is really nothing I can do about you and the court. I have already submitted my resignation..."

"That's just right." Song Xia interrupted him, "I admire talents like you, Governor Chen, so please come and work under me."

Chen Zhiyuan laughed dryly: "The Valley Master made a serious statement. The subordinate officials have no talent and virtue. How can they bear the importance of the Valley Master?"

"The number one scholar in the third year of Kangcheng's reign, the legitimate son of the Chen family in Hedong, are you kidding me, Mr. Chen?"

Song Xia looked directly at him, and the smile on Chen Zhiyuan's face gradually faded. He knew that it was useless to pretend to be stupid anymore.

"Master Chen, what about your heroic ambitions back then? Don't you want to do something for the common people in this world?"

Chen Zhiyuan was silent for a while, and then slowly said: "The world has been suffering from illness for a long time. I have tried hard, but I don't have the ability."

"Now is your chance to show off your capabilities. Master Chen is willing to help me." Song Xia did not wait for his objection and said, "Why don't Master Chen take a look at the cards in my hands before objecting?"

Turning around, Song Xia took him to the outside of the city. The first thing he saw was the well-trained and neatly organized army of four thousand troops, each with sharp eyes, including not only male soldiers, but also many female soldiers.

At this time, Chen Zhiyuan finally knew why he had gathered four thousand soldiers in a short period of time.

Throughout the ages, dynasties have established female soldiers, but even if those female soldiers have made many contributions, they are still often looked down upon, and people can ignore the contributions of female soldiers.

Even he subconsciously felt that female soldiers were weaker than male soldiers no matter what.

But looking at the scene of the female soldiers training in front of him, Chen Zhiyuan was deeply shocked. Many years ago, he had seen the imperial army. It was clear who was strong and who was weak. If these female soldiers faced the imperial army, He can guarantee that with the same number of soldiers, the imperial court will never win.

"This Valley Master has always believed in a truth, that is, women can reach half the sky."

Chen Zhiyuan let out a long sigh: "The Valley Master is a great talent."

He knows that there are still a few people with the same understanding as him, and the vast majority of people still cannot change their inherent ideas. Valley Master Song can gather this group of people and make them abandon their old thoughts. This is the most difficult thing. There are also male soldiers who train with the female soldiers, and there is no look of contempt in their eyes. These four thousand people can definitely defeat ten thousand troops.

But he couldn't figure out how to provide food and grass for so many people?

"Master Chen should know that Shangguan Jin, the owner of Wuhua Building, has been visiting me frequently in Linghe Valley recently, and that the wasteland outside the city that was reclaimed last year also has two more crops, sweet potatoes and corn."

Of course Chen Zhiyuan knew the value of these two crops when they appeared on the dining table. When he went on an on-site inspection, his inner shock was beyond words.

Perhaps it was Valley Master Song who showed it to him specifically at that time. After all, those two crops were definitely important for people's livelihood. If it were him and not one of his own, he would never let them know about it.

It's just that he was too curious at that time and wanted to wait before leaving. As a result, he waited until today. I don't know whether it was luck or misfortune.

"But Valley Master, these four thousand soldiers alone are not enough."

"This Valley Master knows, so I want to ask Mr. Chen to see one more thing."

So Song Xia took him to the firearms camp again. An hour later, he was even more shocked than Shangguan Jin that day, and his lips were trembling with excitement. His eyes were red and he looked back at her in disbelief: "Valley Master, this is..."

"Firearms are more advanced than what the imperial court currently possesses. After reading this, Mr. Chen still thinks that this Valley Master has no chance of winning? Now that the people in the world have been suffering from the imperial court for a long time, if this Valley Master sends his troops to the capital, he will surely respond with a hundred responses."

Chen Zhiyuan cupped his hands and bowed deeply: "I am willing to serve the Lord of Song Valley."

Song Xia looked directly at him: "Master Chen, you alone are not enough."

"Xiaoguan knows and is willing to write a letter back to Hedong immediately. However, it is difficult for the tribesmen to be convinced by Xiaguan's letter, so they will definitely come to check first."

"Master of this valley understands that this letter should be sent by the disciples of Linghe Valley, and by the way, the disciples of the Chen family will be escorted along."

Chen Zhiyuan saluted again: "Thank you Valley Master for your thoughtful consideration. I will write another letter and ask Valley Master to send someone to the Wei family in Hexi."

Song Xia raised her eyebrows: "Aren't you Chen family and Wei family always at odds?"

Chen Zhiyuan explained seriously: "Although the Wei family in Hexi are very annoying, they are still good officials."

Song Xia smiled. This was better than she had expected.

"But Valley Master, what if Valley Master Ouyang comes back?"

Song Xia laughed, it seems that Chen Zhiyuan doesn't care about anything. Doesn't he understand Ouyang Zhen's nature?

"Him? When he comes back, he will no longer have the position of Valley Master in Linghe Valley. If he is willing to help conquer the court and cults and obey the orders of the Valley Master, then he will have the position. If he is not willing, he can only Ask him to leave."

Chen Zhiyuan nodded, that's good, and then stopped caring about it. After all, Lord Song Valley even had firearms, so what did Ouyang Zhen mean?
It's just a pity for Valley Master Song. Why did such a talented person marry Ouyang Zhen back then?

"In this case, Mr. Chen will temporarily manage the refugee issue for the owner of this valley. A large number of refugees will come to Linghe City in the near future. Please trouble Mr. Chen and let them return to their respective places. Those who should farm the land and those who should join the army will join the army. Please find out who are the spies of the cult. The cult has many methods. I will ask my junior brother Song Lang to help you."

Not only had Chen Zhiyuan heard of Song Lang, but the two had also dealt with each other before on matters concerning Linghe City. He was very familiar with each other's abilities, and when he heard that he had the cooperation of Song Lang, he immediately felt more at ease.

He thought, maybe from today on, there will be no Ansheng life to live, and there is still some excitement and expectation!
"Master Song Valley, I have a favor to ask."

"It's about whether sweet potatoes and corn and wheat can be grown in Hedong and Hexi?"

Chen Zhiyuan was awe-inspiring: "The Valley Master really knows what's going on."

"Shangguan Jin has been tested and can be planted. However, there are not enough seeds now. By next year, no matter how many dry lands and mountains there are in Hedong and Hexi, they can be planted."

"In this way, from now on when we march north, we won't have to worry about food and grass."

"It's a pity that there is still too much manpower shortage. If Mr. Chen has any familiar and trustworthy friends in the court, he can also introduce them to the master of this valley."

Chen Zhiyuan thought for a while and said: "There are indeed a few candidates for Xianguan. I will write a few letters when Xianguan returns."

Song Xia had a smile on her face: "Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Chen."

"Valley Master, you're welcome. This is what a lower official should do."